Pittsburgh Mills - Tarentum, PA - Large shopping complex

Pittsburgh Mills, otherwise known as Galleria at Pittsburgh Mills, is a shopping center located in Tarentum Pennsylvania and with 2.1 million sq ft of retail space it's one of the largest in the state, second only to the likes of the King of Prussia Mall near Philadelphia.

Not only is it one of the largest shopping malls in the state but it's also one of the newest, having been opened to the public in July 2005. Today the mall is home to over 130 stores and services in five separate themed "neighborhoods'', each one relating to local landmarks and icons.

At the helm lies department stores JC Penney, Sears Grand and Macy's, but they're joined by a huge number of other stores catering to every need and serving every purpose, with stores ranging from apparel and gift stores to cars and pet care shops. Stores of note include Borders, H&M, Dick's Sporting Goods, The Children's Place, Hot Topic, Aeropostale, Wet Seal, Petland and Verizon Wireless, to name but a few.

For food, visitors will be spoilt for choice with options including cafes, sandwich stores, fast food outlets and even full-blown restaurants. Eateries on offer include Cafy Roma, Subway, Different Twist Pretzel, Famous Wok, Dingbats, Villa Pizza and Johnny Rockets, among many others.

In terms of entertainment there's a lot to choose from, with the main attraction being the Cinemark IMAX movie theater. But that's not all - with a carousel, indoor golf and a raceway being just a few of the other entertainment options on offer, young and old alike will be kept entertained for the whole day and they'll be able to find a great way to have a break after all that shopping.

For an even more indulgent way to relax the mall also offers a number of health and beauty services, perfect for a bit of pampering. With hair and nail salons including Elegant Nails and Spa, Regis Salon and Philip Pelusi Hair Salon, as well as Chinese Back Massage and even yoga, visitors will be able to find the perfect way to unwind.

The mall is open daily throughout the year, from 10am to 9pm Monday to Friday and from noon until 6pm on Sunday. Bear in mind that individual store and restaurant times can vary, and holiday hours are subject to change too. Make sure to check their calendar as well, as various events and promotions are held throughout the year including a farmers market and toy show, so be sure to check regularly so you don't miss out on anything.

Pittsburgh Mills shopping center has everything the discerning shopper could need. It's full of stores and services and has a number of entertainment and restaurant options, and being so fresh and modern it's the perfect environment to indulge in a spot of retail therapy. Popular with locals and tourists alike one visit will never be enough, so make sure to leave enough time on your trip to really explore everything that it has to offer.